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The Case of the Disappearing Beaune
Christmas morning, 1901: Sherlock Holmes discovers that the wine in a bottle of French Beaune (intended as a gift for Dr. Watson) has been switched with sand, and he suspects it means threat to the newly crowned King of England. Or does it? With Dr. Watson's help, he soon finds out...
47 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 3, 2022
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J. Lawrence Matthews
4 books20 followersJ. Lawrence Matthews has contributed fiction to the New York Times and NPR and is the author of three non-fiction books as Jeff Matthews. “One Must Tell the Bees” is his first novel. Written at a time when American history is being scrutinized and recast in the light of 21st Century mores, this fast-paced account of Sherlock Holmes’s visit to America during the final year of the Civil War illuminates the profound impact of Abraham Lincoln and his Emancipation Proclamation on slavery, the war and America itself. Matthews is now researching the sequel, which takes place a bit further afield—in Florence, Mecca and Tibet—but readers may contact him at jlawrencematthews@gmail.com. Those interested in the history behind “One Must Tell the Bees” will find it at jlawrencematthews.com.
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December 2, 2022
I am always on the lookout for different holiday reads/listens for the Ho-Ho-Ho readathon and was delighted to be offered a Sherlock Holmes Christmas Mystery.
It’s Christmas morning in 1901 at the residence of Sherlock Holmes on Baker Street. Sherlock presents Dr. Watson with a bottle of French Beaune after declining to attend Christmas dinner. However, the wine has been replaced with sand and Sherlock is convinced something is afoot. In fact, he suspects it means a threat to the newly crowned King of England.
This was clever and entertaining. I don’t want to reveal too much, suffice is to say, I am not wholly convinced Sherlock wouldn’t have solved it quicker, but I throughly enjoyed his theories on a plot against the King and loved watching him and Dr. Watson investigate.
The story was well written, capturing both characters and their friends. I couldn’t have asked for a better mystery for the holidays and will certainly listen to more of Matthews’ stories.
Thomas Judd narrates and truly did a wonderful job of giving voice to both Watson and Sherlock. He enhanced the overall tale and listening was a pleasure.
Perfect for fans of Sherlock Holmes and short mysteries looking for a Christmas story with our detective.
This review was originally posted at Caffeinated Reviewer
It’s Christmas morning in 1901 at the residence of Sherlock Holmes on Baker Street. Sherlock presents Dr. Watson with a bottle of French Beaune after declining to attend Christmas dinner. However, the wine has been replaced with sand and Sherlock is convinced something is afoot. In fact, he suspects it means a threat to the newly crowned King of England.
This was clever and entertaining. I don’t want to reveal too much, suffice is to say, I am not wholly convinced Sherlock wouldn’t have solved it quicker, but I throughly enjoyed his theories on a plot against the King and loved watching him and Dr. Watson investigate.
The story was well written, capturing both characters and their friends. I couldn’t have asked for a better mystery for the holidays and will certainly listen to more of Matthews’ stories.
Thomas Judd narrates and truly did a wonderful job of giving voice to both Watson and Sherlock. He enhanced the overall tale and listening was a pleasure.
Perfect for fans of Sherlock Holmes and short mysteries looking for a Christmas story with our detective.
This review was originally posted at Caffeinated Reviewer
December 15, 2022
A delightful Christmas novella perfect for light holiday reading. Sherlock Holmes and Dr Watson are on the case of disappearing wine. The bottle of beaune was a gift from Holmes to Watson, but someone has replaced the wine with sand! Author Matthews follows the traditional Sherlock Holmes canon very well as the intrepid pair of detectives follow the clues. The ending was quite a surprise--well done! The illustrations accompanying the story are quite lovely.
I received an arc of this novella from the author and publisher via NetGalley. My review is voluntary and opinions expressed are my own. I'll look forward to reading more from this author including his first book, One Must Tell the Bees: Abraham Lincoln and the Final Education of Sherlock Holmes.
I received an arc of this novella from the author and publisher via NetGalley. My review is voluntary and opinions expressed are my own. I'll look forward to reading more from this author including his first book, One Must Tell the Bees: Abraham Lincoln and the Final Education of Sherlock Holmes.
November 30, 2022
While reading this short story, the first thought that popped in my mind was how similar the author J. Lawrence Matthew's style of writing is to Sir Arthur Canon Doyle. I felt I was back in the original world of Sherlock Holmes that I have come to love so much. The sketches accompanying the story were well done as well.
A short and fun story where we get to meet some of the old characters again plus Dr. Watson's second wife who is adamant to get Sherlock Holmes to attend her Christmas dinner by any possible way.
And she does 😉!
My thanks to NetGalley, the publisher East Dean Press and the author for the e-Arc of the book.
A short and fun story where we get to meet some of the old characters again plus Dr. Watson's second wife who is adamant to get Sherlock Holmes to attend her Christmas dinner by any possible way.
And she does 😉!
My thanks to NetGalley, the publisher East Dean Press and the author for the e-Arc of the book.
November 27, 2022
The Case of the Disappearing Beaune by J. Lawrence Matthews is one of the best new Sherlock Holmes novels I’ve read. Mr. Matthews has channeled Doyle’s Holmes in a remarkable way.
The plot is intricately executed to perfection right up to the jaw-dropping twist at the end of the book.
I loved the mystery, the Christmas spirit, and the light-hearted feel to this novella.
Fans of Sherlock Holmes, both the originals and the newer renditions, will enjoy this book.
I read the book through the Amazon Kindle Unlimited program. This review is my honest, unbiased opinion.
The plot is intricately executed to perfection right up to the jaw-dropping twist at the end of the book.
I loved the mystery, the Christmas spirit, and the light-hearted feel to this novella.
Fans of Sherlock Holmes, both the originals and the newer renditions, will enjoy this book.
I read the book through the Amazon Kindle Unlimited program. This review is my honest, unbiased opinion.
October 26, 2022
I wish this book were longer! I read One Must Tell the Bees and loved it! I still think about this story, months after I read it. I have recommended it to all my friends who love good books as much as I. This Christmas story is so well written and such an entertaining ending. Looking forward to more from Mr. Matthews.
October 25, 2022
Not a typical Holmes story but enjoyable
Watson goes to Baker Street to invite Holmes to Christmas dinner knowing he would say no. When he arrives Holmes gift to him of a bottle of wine starts the mystery as the wine is gone replaced with sand. From there Holmes chases a mystery that keeps you guessing. A fun read.
Watson goes to Baker Street to invite Holmes to Christmas dinner knowing he would say no. When he arrives Holmes gift to him of a bottle of wine starts the mystery as the wine is gone replaced with sand. From there Holmes chases a mystery that keeps you guessing. A fun read.
November 19, 2022
I never thought I’d use the word “sweet” when describing a Sherlock Holmes story, but this was just it!
It all starts when Watson invites Holmes over to his house for Christmas. Although he refused to go, he handed Watson his present, who immediately knows something’s wrong: what’s inside the package is definitively not what Holmes intended to give John. As they investigate what happened, a bigger criminal plot comes to light and only this magnificent duo can make things right.
This was a very entertaining and intricate short story that manages to never get confusing, with lots of characters that keep you guessing what is going on until the very end!
I was given a copy of this audiobook in exchange for an honest review and I am so glad I listened to this! I will definitely read more by this author! Thank you very much!!
It all starts when Watson invites Holmes over to his house for Christmas. Although he refused to go, he handed Watson his present, who immediately knows something’s wrong: what’s inside the package is definitively not what Holmes intended to give John. As they investigate what happened, a bigger criminal plot comes to light and only this magnificent duo can make things right.
This was a very entertaining and intricate short story that manages to never get confusing, with lots of characters that keep you guessing what is going on until the very end!
I was given a copy of this audiobook in exchange for an honest review and I am so glad I listened to this! I will definitely read more by this author! Thank you very much!!
October 11, 2022
This book was exactly what I needed right now -- a short and sweet little mystery that kept me guessing, but mostly made me happy to hang out with Sherlock and his gang of friends.
October 8, 2022
The perfect Christmas and Shakespeare combo! Matthews writes with all the wit and quirk of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle himself. Pick this up for the Christmas season and you won't be able to look away before you've finished it! An unputdownable cozy mystery.
September 27, 2022
BLURB
Christmas morning, 1901: Sherlock Holmes discovers that the wine in a bottle of French Beaune (intended as a gift for Dr. Watson) has been switched with sand, and he suspects it means threat to the newly crowned King of England. Or does it? With Dr. Watson's help, he soon finds out...
REVIEW
After reading the author's previous Holmesian tale, One Must Tell the Bees, I jumped at the chance to read this entertaining tale. Without giving away anything, the author has created a mystery that brings out the best of Holmes' quirky behavior and temperament, while also keeping the reader guessing as to who perpetrated the crime. A fast-paced narrative, often at the breakneck speed of a Hansom carrying our hero and Dr. Watson in pursuit of the answers. An enjoyable, quick read. 5 stars.
Christmas morning, 1901: Sherlock Holmes discovers that the wine in a bottle of French Beaune (intended as a gift for Dr. Watson) has been switched with sand, and he suspects it means threat to the newly crowned King of England. Or does it? With Dr. Watson's help, he soon finds out...
REVIEW
After reading the author's previous Holmesian tale, One Must Tell the Bees, I jumped at the chance to read this entertaining tale. Without giving away anything, the author has created a mystery that brings out the best of Holmes' quirky behavior and temperament, while also keeping the reader guessing as to who perpetrated the crime. A fast-paced narrative, often at the breakneck speed of a Hansom carrying our hero and Dr. Watson in pursuit of the answers. An enjoyable, quick read. 5 stars.
November 10, 2022
If you are a Sherlock Holms fan or enjoying shorter and humorous holiday procedural mysteries, I believe you will find “The Case of the Disappearing Beaune: A Sherlock Holmes Christmas Story” to your liking. The story is written by J. Lawrence Matthews, who currently has two audiobooks published at the time of this review. The audiobook’s narration is performed by Thomas Judd who has narrated nearly one hundred audiobooks to date. The story has mystery, intrigue, and some unexpected light humor occurring around the Christmas holiday season. The audiobook jumps right into the main plot revolving around a gift of wine whose contents have been replaced with a unique sand during the night. This story takes our investigators around the city while needing to call in many favors from others for additional clues. Overall, I found the story to be engaging but rather short for my liking. However, I can say that it was a fun listen as we approach the holiday season.
The mystery required the finding of many clues and communicating along the way with people who provided the team with some additional details helping to solve the mystery, even people who surprise our investigators such as Kitty Winters. All this searching finally leads our investigators to a new and exciting location. Once there, the mystery is solved, and the story comes to an end.
The audiobook’s narration, by Mr. Judd, was done very well. The audio volumes were consistent, I do not recall any audio issues such as background noise, swallowing, or other artifacts. His ability to clearly voice and distinguish the many characters in the story showed his skill and understanding of the work he was performing. Even for a short audiobook, one can see the professionalism ensuring the quality in his narration.
For parents and younger listeners, I would say that this audiobook could be enjoyed by nearly everyone. There was nothing that I noted as a concern during listening. Even though it was a bit short, the tale was fun and enjoyable to listen to.
In summary, I liked the story and thought the narration was top-notch. There were a few twists and turns as the tale progresses keeping me guessing, found with in a good procedural story. Even though it was rather short, it was well written and ends in a way that most will not expect, but a smile will come to your face when it does.
The mystery required the finding of many clues and communicating along the way with people who provided the team with some additional details helping to solve the mystery, even people who surprise our investigators such as Kitty Winters. All this searching finally leads our investigators to a new and exciting location. Once there, the mystery is solved, and the story comes to an end.
The audiobook’s narration, by Mr. Judd, was done very well. The audio volumes were consistent, I do not recall any audio issues such as background noise, swallowing, or other artifacts. His ability to clearly voice and distinguish the many characters in the story showed his skill and understanding of the work he was performing. Even for a short audiobook, one can see the professionalism ensuring the quality in his narration.
For parents and younger listeners, I would say that this audiobook could be enjoyed by nearly everyone. There was nothing that I noted as a concern during listening. Even though it was a bit short, the tale was fun and enjoyable to listen to.
In summary, I liked the story and thought the narration was top-notch. There were a few twists and turns as the tale progresses keeping me guessing, found with in a good procedural story. Even though it was rather short, it was well written and ends in a way that most will not expect, but a smile will come to your face when it does.
November 28, 2022
Sherlock Holmes must be the most retelled fictional character in the history of literature. Many authors have tried to capture him, in different styles.. Personally, I'm a Fan of the new style Sherlock series featuring Benedict Cumberbatch. But there is a certain charme to the classics that can't be denied.
I've said it before in my review to »One Must Tell The Bees« - J. Lawrence Matthews is the closest you can get to Arthur C. Doyle these days. If Sir Arthur would be alive today, he would probably quit his writing career and leave the job to J. Lawrence Matthews.
So, this Christmas story is a classical tale in style, but it's theme is a little unconventional. Of course, this novella is meant as some kind of Christmas story (and it would actually make for a great xmas gift to book lovers).
It's fun while it lasts.. Where One Must Tell The Bees seemed kind of endless, this story is over almost right after it began.
Like I said, if you're looking for a Christmas gift for book lovers, this might be it.
Disclaimer: I’ve received a free Advanced Reader’s Copy and am leaving this review voluntarily.
I've said it before in my review to »One Must Tell The Bees« - J. Lawrence Matthews is the closest you can get to Arthur C. Doyle these days. If Sir Arthur would be alive today, he would probably quit his writing career and leave the job to J. Lawrence Matthews.
So, this Christmas story is a classical tale in style, but it's theme is a little unconventional. Of course, this novella is meant as some kind of Christmas story (and it would actually make for a great xmas gift to book lovers).
It's fun while it lasts.. Where One Must Tell The Bees seemed kind of endless, this story is over almost right after it began.
Like I said, if you're looking for a Christmas gift for book lovers, this might be it.
Disclaimer: I’ve received a free Advanced Reader’s Copy and am leaving this review voluntarily.
December 14, 2022
The Case of the Disappearing Beaune: A Sherlock Holmes Christmas Story by J. Lawrence Matthews captures the essence of the classic detective with language and writing harking back to the old master himself, Conan Doyle. But the writing is still his own. This is a Matthews story and the descriptive style easily draws the reader into the age and world being created.
Matthews puts his knowledge of Holmes and history to good use. This is not his first adventure with the world’s greatest detective. There is a good amount of detail given to the streets of London, allowing the reader to ride along with the investigative duo of Holmes and Watson as they race to save… well to save. Much loved characters from years gone by appear throughout the story.
The pace of the story matches the length. Clues pile up in quick measure with Sherlock grasping them seemingly out of thin air, but all leading to one conclusion.
The mystery itself is one that will shock the reader. The ending, something one would never expect of the great bee fanatic, Holmes.
This is a great short story for any age of reader. An excellent gift for the holidays.
Try to solve the mystery before Holmes does.
Matthews puts his knowledge of Holmes and history to good use. This is not his first adventure with the world’s greatest detective. There is a good amount of detail given to the streets of London, allowing the reader to ride along with the investigative duo of Holmes and Watson as they race to save… well to save. Much loved characters from years gone by appear throughout the story.
The pace of the story matches the length. Clues pile up in quick measure with Sherlock grasping them seemingly out of thin air, but all leading to one conclusion.
The mystery itself is one that will shock the reader. The ending, something one would never expect of the great bee fanatic, Holmes.
This is a great short story for any age of reader. An excellent gift for the holidays.
Try to solve the mystery before Holmes does.
December 8, 2022
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We start with Dr. Watson heading over to Sherlock’s home on Christmas morning, with the task of inviting him to Christmas dinner. Sherlock has always turned him down in the past, but Watson’s wife wants him to ask anyway.
As they exchange gifts, though, Sherlock’s intended bottle of wine for Watson has been exchanged for a bottle of sand. And so, as they say… the game is afoot!
This short novella follows our main characters as they race around London trying to find out who knows what, and what it all means. We hear about many of the expected Holmes characters – Mrs. Hudson, Mycroft, Lestrade – without actually encountering them until the very end.
And no, I won’t give away the ending.
This one is available both in paperback and e-book editions. A perfect little stocking stuffer for any mystery lover.
We start with Dr. Watson heading over to Sherlock’s home on Christmas morning, with the task of inviting him to Christmas dinner. Sherlock has always turned him down in the past, but Watson’s wife wants him to ask anyway.
As they exchange gifts, though, Sherlock’s intended bottle of wine for Watson has been exchanged for a bottle of sand. And so, as they say… the game is afoot!
This short novella follows our main characters as they race around London trying to find out who knows what, and what it all means. We hear about many of the expected Holmes characters – Mrs. Hudson, Mycroft, Lestrade – without actually encountering them until the very end.
And no, I won’t give away the ending.
This one is available both in paperback and e-book editions. A perfect little stocking stuffer for any mystery lover.
December 21, 2022
Stocking stuffer short Christmas mystery in which the Beaune (wine) has disappeared! Watson and Sherlock are quickly on the case that trails around London with a host of characters. I guessed the twist but still enjoyed the ending and explanation of the case.
It is a stand alone story which explains all the characters that appear so you do not need to have prior knowledge of Sherlock Homes. There are pencil sketched illustrations interspersed in the writing which are pretty and break up the story into sections. The writing is similar to the original Sherlock stories without being too difficult to read with old fashion English wording.
Thank you to Books Forward PR for the ARC!
It is a stand alone story which explains all the characters that appear so you do not need to have prior knowledge of Sherlock Homes. There are pencil sketched illustrations interspersed in the writing which are pretty and break up the story into sections. The writing is similar to the original Sherlock stories without being too difficult to read with old fashion English wording.
Thank you to Books Forward PR for the ARC!
November 15, 2022
Entertaining mystery listening 🎶🔰
Another will written British 🏰 mystery friends and family relationships Christmas adventure thriller short story by J. Lawrence Matthews. Dr. Watson is sent by his wife to invite Sherlock Holmes too Christmas dinner. Sherlock declines as he is in the middle of analyzing something. Then the rush on ending at Dr Watson's home and what a surprise. I would highly recommend this novella to Sherlock Holmes fans. It is a quick read and very interesting. Enjoy the adventure of reading or listening to books. 2022 👑😃👒
Another will written British 🏰 mystery friends and family relationships Christmas adventure thriller short story by J. Lawrence Matthews. Dr. Watson is sent by his wife to invite Sherlock Holmes too Christmas dinner. Sherlock declines as he is in the middle of analyzing something. Then the rush on ending at Dr Watson's home and what a surprise. I would highly recommend this novella to Sherlock Holmes fans. It is a quick read and very interesting. Enjoy the adventure of reading or listening to books. 2022 👑😃👒
November 16, 2022
Quick, Christmas novella for Sherlock Holmes fans. The Case of The Disappearing Beaune is a retelling of how people around the genius detective set him up for Christmas dinner. Plot was obvious from the start and the little bits with the new reigning king were a bit on the nose but overall it was a fun, fast-paced read to get into the holiday spirit.
December 16, 2022
It’s Christmas morning in 1901 and Dr. Watson has dropped by to give Sherlock his gift and an invitation to Christmas dinner. When Sherlock gives Watson his gift, the bottle of Beaune has turned to sand. And so the duo are off to solve a mystery. This is an excellent short story in the style of Conan Doyle. I enjoyed this.
December 25, 2022
This is a slightly different take on the Holmes canon. Sherlock tracks down a missing bottle of wine on Christmas Day. Don't be fooled by how bland that sounds - it is a fun read. I received this as a compimentary copy from the author via NetGalley as a an advanced reader copy and am voluntarily leaving this review.
January 1, 2023
2 1/2 stars. A light Christmas mystery starring Sherlock Holmes, Watson and many of the other recurring mainstays of the series. I enjoyed it but I don't quite see Sherlock being fooled for this long or this sentimental.
Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for an ARC in return for an honest review.
Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for an ARC in return for an honest review.
January 27, 2023
The Case of the Disappearing Beaune: A Sherlock Holmes Christmas Story
What a fun little Christmas story with Dr and Mrs Watson tricking Sherlock and Mycroft into attending their wonderful holiday gathering. It worked so well that Sherlock never missed another holiday gathering! Don't miss this short story!
What a fun little Christmas story with Dr and Mrs Watson tricking Sherlock and Mycroft into attending their wonderful holiday gathering. It worked so well that Sherlock never missed another holiday gathering! Don't miss this short story!
November 21, 2022
LOVED THIS!!!
This story is short and quick, and beautifully told.
I loved it!!
Perfect story to read on a cold night by the fire during the holidays-- which I did.
This little book was worth every penny!!
Well done, Mr. Matthews....
Christa
This story is short and quick, and beautifully told.
I loved it!!
Perfect story to read on a cold night by the fire during the holidays-- which I did.
This little book was worth every penny!!
Well done, Mr. Matthews....
Christa
December 7, 2022
A Christmas surprise
Sherlock Holmes has never really been a fan of the holiday, but he still honors his friend Watson with a gift. However that leads to an adventure fitting for the holiday. The story may not be canonical but it still is a fun romp. Well worth the read.
Sherlock Holmes has never really been a fan of the holiday, but he still honors his friend Watson with a gift. However that leads to an adventure fitting for the holiday. The story may not be canonical but it still is a fun romp. Well worth the read.
September 8, 2022
I enjoyed the short story but I didn't like the ending. This is not really a mysteries but jut a sugary Christmas story.
Thanks to NetGalley and the editor for the ARC.
Thanks to NetGalley and the editor for the ARC.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
January 9, 2024
Clever, amusing.
July 8, 2025
Sherlock Holmes quick read...I plan to re-read at the holidays :-)
February 6, 2023
This was a terrific story with an unexpected ending that delighted me!
October 24, 2022
Thank you to Ellen Whitfield, East Dean Press and Netgalley for the review copy in exchange for an honest review. This does not change my opinion in anyway.
The Case of the Disappearing Beaune is a very cute Sherlock Holmes retelling about those around him who care enough about him to set him up for a Christmas dinner.
The plot is obvious from the start. And as a Sherlock Holmes fan I would say that he wouldn't have stepped into this one as badly as he did as the hints were a bit far-fetched for the big plot against the queen. But regardless it was a cute read to get you into the holiday spirit.
The Case of the Disappearing Beaune is a very cute Sherlock Holmes retelling about those around him who care enough about him to set him up for a Christmas dinner.
The plot is obvious from the start. And as a Sherlock Holmes fan I would say that he wouldn't have stepped into this one as badly as he did as the hints were a bit far-fetched for the big plot against the queen. But regardless it was a cute read to get you into the holiday spirit.
January 30, 2023
This novella, which came out in 2022, has a Christmas theme, as the cover indicates, so it is probably best enjoyed during the holiday season. It's a Sherlock Holmes pastiche, and as pastiches go, it's pretty well done. I'd give the author perhaps 19 out of 20 in terms of replicating Conan Doyle's versions of Watson and Holmes characters. There was, occasionally, a bit of behavior or dialogue that didn't quite ring true, especially toward the ending, but it wasn't off by far enough to spoil the book for me.
Doctor Watson pays a visit, on the morning of Christmas day 1901, to 221B Baker Street. He brings with him a Christmas gift and an invitation. Sherlock and his brother Mycroft are invited to share Christmas dinner with Watson and his wife. Holmes, as is always the case, declines the invitation. He enjoys the solitude afforded by the holiday and would rather spend the day doing chemical experiments.
Holmes does have a Christmas gift for Watson, though. It's the Beaune of the title, a bottle of French wine. Watson is startled when he unwraps the gift, and so is Holmes, because the bottle is full of sand. This sets Holmes and Watson off on an investigation, in which Holmes soon perceives a possible threat to the royal family.
There is a surprise ending to this book. I was just beginning to suspect the nature of it a page or two before I got there, and it made for a nice Aha! moment when my suspicions proved correct.
I rated this as four stars. I read it in ebook format on my Kindle Fire.
Doctor Watson pays a visit, on the morning of Christmas day 1901, to 221B Baker Street. He brings with him a Christmas gift and an invitation. Sherlock and his brother Mycroft are invited to share Christmas dinner with Watson and his wife. Holmes, as is always the case, declines the invitation. He enjoys the solitude afforded by the holiday and would rather spend the day doing chemical experiments.
Holmes does have a Christmas gift for Watson, though. It's the Beaune of the title, a bottle of French wine. Watson is startled when he unwraps the gift, and so is Holmes, because the bottle is full of sand. This sets Holmes and Watson off on an investigation, in which Holmes soon perceives a possible threat to the royal family.
There is a surprise ending to this book. I was just beginning to suspect the nature of it a page or two before I got there, and it made for a nice Aha! moment when my suspicions proved correct.
I rated this as four stars. I read it in ebook format on my Kindle Fire.
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